We put Cynthia and Cheri to the test in our necklace stringing Artbeads Cafe episode. We presented them with a beautiful array of beads to come up with necklace designs on the spot. Cheri was immediately drawn to the Golem Design Studio bead in this piece. She paired it with Dakota Stones gemstones and Czech glass in a rich look that speaks to her unique style.

It's easy to embellish beautiful components with beads using wire-wrapping techniques. Cheri decided to decorate simple Nunn Design pendants with Dakota Stones druzy beads for a glittering, organic look. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

The spiraling shape of this pendant makes the style seem endless. Cheri created this pendant with Artbeads Designer Wire and then wrapped Dakota Stones gemstone beads to the form for a colorful touch. It's the perfect showcase for a necklace. You could make two pendants for a pair of bold earrings. For more wire-working inspiration, check out this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Swarovski crystal and Dakota Stones gemstones are a wonderful match. The sparkle of the Swarovski crystals contrasts nicely with the organic appeal of the cuprite beads in this necklace. A beautiful tassel focal completes the look, adding some bohemian flair. This necklace is perfect for beachy summer styles, cozy fall styles, and everything in between.

Get lost in a crisp Autumn Afternoon with this beautiful bracelet. This style celebrates all of the beauty of fall, from the cool autumn air to the colors of the falling leaves. A Grace Lampwork bead draws the eye to the center of the bracelet and a Beadslide clasp provides a seamless finishing touch. Find more inspiration for using clasps in your jewelry designs in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Showcase fantastic Dakota Stones gemstone pieces with some clever wire-wrapping techniques. Cheri used some simple wire tricks to showcase the pendants in her necklace perfectly. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

This bracelet combines luxurious Mother of Pearl beads, gemstones, and Swarovski crystal pearls in a crocheted design that creates an organic, comfortable feel. Put the beads in a random pattern for effortless style and make this bracelet as long or as short as you want. It's a great option for a Mother's Day gift. You can see more Mother's Day gift ideas in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Wire bangles are fun to make, easy to customize and look great layered together! Cheri made this bangle with help from the Beadalon Bangle Bracelet Weaver tool. She added her own style to the simple design by adding gemstone beads from Dakota Stones to the look. You can see more of this bracelet and other ideas for creating bangles in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Dreamy bead colors and delicate antique brass accents create a Midsummer Night's Dream in this bracelet design. You'll definitely feel like you're dreaming when you wear this surprisingly lightweight multi-strand piece!

Dakota Stones gemstone pendants are full of unique colors and patterns you'll love showing off in your jewelry designs. Choose a pendant set and you'll have multiple gemstone pendants to use in your projects. Cheri shows off three different ways to spice up gemstone pendants with messy wrapped loops in these pieces. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Simple earrings are made fabulous with beads in graduated sizes. The style starts with a sparkling Swarovski bead to catch the eye. A Dakota Stones gemstone bead dangles below it, with a small Swarovski pearl to top it all off! Switch up the bead colors for your own take on this design.

With Vintaj Patinas, you can add color to your brass components. Cheri used several colors mixed together to color the filigree links in this bracelet. You'll love mixing colors and applying them to highlight the beautiful details of the Vintaj filigree. Find more inspiration for using Vintaj components in your jewelry in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Have you ever wondered about how our designers think? In this Artbeads Cafe episode, you can watch our designers Cheri and Cynthia as they each make a pair of earrings. For her pair of earrings, Cheri started with beautiful Grace Lampwork beads that inspired the rest of the beads she used. They look beautiful dangling from simple sterling silver earwires.

Cherry blossoms are known for their delicate pink color and sweet, elegant style. These earrings embody these qualities, thanks to the beautiful flower link at the center and the cherry quartz gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. Add these earrings to your looks and watch your style blossom!

We offer beautiful gemstone strands from Dakota Stones that are filled with lovely beads to use in all kinds of designs. One way to showcase these gemstones in your designs is to dangle them from earrings. Cheri simply created messy wrapped loops to make quick earrings out of these Mardi Gras impression jasper gemstones. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

This icy necklace incorporates gleaming Swarovski bicones and textural Dakota Stones crystal quartz nugget beads for an unforgettable bridal look. It would make the perfect complement to any wedding ensemble. If you're not getting married, wear it for a night on the town. This look is versatile enough to work anywhere.

Lotus blossoms are a symbol of purity because they bloom out of murky and muddy waters looking pristine and fresh. The earthy colors of the Dakota Stones gemstone beads in this bracelet look like muddled waters surrounding the shining TierraCast lotus bead at the center of the design. See more of this bracelet and learn Cheri's design process for creating bracelets in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

When creating wrap bracelets, it's always fun to match the leather you're using with different bead colors and sizes. The beads and leather in this bracelet are full of warm Autumn color, and the different sizes create a wavy effect in the design. You can see more fun ideas for creating wrap bracelets in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Sunset Harvest colors are on display in this lovely wrap bracelet. The Czech glass beads feature the hazy fuchsia pink color of a sinking sunset sky, while the bronze finish adds a warm glow. Small tourmaline beads bring in more pink colors, along with greens and whites. Cheri was so inspired by these colors, she decided to create a longer wrap bracelet. See more inspiration for creating wrap bracelets in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Wire-wrapping is a great way to showcase unique pendants like these Dakota Stones Mardi Gras impression jasper options. You can get creative and even incorporate smaller beads into your wirework. Cheri used Czech glass beads in these messy wraps. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

Enhance the organic beauty of druzy beads with wire swirls. Cheri used three druzy beads together and swirled Artbeads Designer Wire around them for eye-catching style. You can showcase this look horizontally at the center of chain like Cheri did or dangle it vertically in earrings or a necklace. You can see more ideas for simple wire-wrapping in this Artbeads Cafe episode.

It's always fun to spice up your style with unique shapes. These earrings feature links connected together in a triangle shape. The earthy colors of the Dakota Stones gemstone beads and the geometrical shapes create a trendy display you can wear anywhere!